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Homosalate

Evidencestrong · Tier 1Irritation riskLowEffective range4–15%In products454

Organic UVB filter (~295–315 nm); an oil-soluble salicylate used to boost SPF. Weak alone but photostable in formulation. Contributes UVB photoprotection only.

The research

Homosalate is a sunscreen backed by a large, consistent body of clinical evidence (evidence tier 1 of 4). We are still building the study record for this ingredient. It is typically effective at 4–15% in a formulation.

Products with Homosalate

In 454 products — most often sunscreens (317), moisturizers (104), serums (28), from $9.14 to $206.83. Set up a profile to rank these for your skin. Click any product to learn more.

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Eucerin

Eucerin

Eucerin Sun Gel Cream Dry Touch SPF50+ 200ml

Moisturizer

$20.96200ml · $0.10/ml

★★★★★4.8(1,260)
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Ideal for

  • RelevantDryness
  • LowUneven texture
  • LowRedness & sensitivity

Not recommended for

Atopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosaceaPsoriasisMelasma

Caution

May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Stearyl Alcohol and Glyceryl Stearate); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance)

Eucerin Sun Gel Cream Dry Touch SPF50+ 200ml is a spf moisturiser by Eucerin. Key ingredients include Water, Homosalate, Alcohol Denat.

Product Ingredients (21)

Irritation risk: unlikely possible likely
WaterHomosalateAlcohol DenatAvobenzoneBemotrizinolOctisalateEthylhexyl TriazoneDHHBC12-15 Alkyl BenzoateEnsulizoleStearyl AlcoholGlyceryl StearateGlycerinSilicaSodium Stearoyl GlutamateDimethiconeXanthan GumTrisodium EDTASodium HydroxidePhenoxyethanolFragrance

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Eucerin

Eucerin

Eucerin Sun Photoaging Control Sun Fluid SPF50 50ml

Serum

$21.9150ml · $0.44/ml

★★★★★4.7(722)
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Ideal for

  • RelevantFine lines & wrinkles
  • RelevantDryness
  • LowUneven texture
  • LowRedness & sensitivity

Not recommended for

Acne & breakoutsAtopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosaceaPsoriasisMelasma

Caution

May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Isopropyl Palmitate)

Eucerin Sun Photoaging Control Sun Fluid SPF50 50ml is a hydrating serum by Eucerin. Key ingredients include Water, Isopropyl Palmitate, Octocrylene.

Product Ingredients (15)

Irritation risk: unlikely possible likely
WaterIsopropyl PalmitateOctocryleneAlcohol DenatAvobenzoneEnsulizoleBemotrizinolOctisalateHomosalateGlycineGlycerinHyaluronic AcidTrisodium EDTADimethiconeEthylhexylglycerin

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Dermalogica

Dermalogica

Dynamic Skin Recovery Moisturizer SPF 50 - 1.7 oz

Sunscreen

$87.0050.3ml · $1.73/ml

★★★★★4.7(4,778)
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Ideal for

  • GoodDryness
  • GoodLoss of firmness
  • RelevantUneven texture
  • RelevantRedness & sensitivity

Caution

May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Polysorbate 80 and Polysorbate 60); Rosacea (Citrus Oils, Eucalyptus Oil, Linalool and Limonene)

Dynamic Skin Recovery Moisturizer SPF 50 - 1.7 oz is a sunscreen by Dermalogica. Key ingredients include Avobenzone, Homosalate, Octisalate.

Product Ingredients (36)

Irritation risk: unlikely possible likely
Avobenzone3%Homosalate5%Octisalate3%Octocrylene7%Butylene GlycolDimethiconeC12-15 Alkyl BenzoatePropanediolPolysorbate 80Matrixyl 3000Dipotassium GlycyrrhizateCamellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractCitrus OilsEucalyptus OilVitamin ESqualaneCaprylyl GlycolLecithinUreaCaprylic/Capric TriglycerideGlycerinPentylene GlycolEthylhexylglycerin1,2-HexanediolPolysorbate 60Trisodium Ethylenediamine DisuccinateDecyl GlucosideSodium BenzoateLinaloolEugenolLimoneneCitronellolGeraniolBenzyl BenzoateCitralTitanium Dioxide

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Estée Lauder

Estée Lauder

Revitalizing Supreme+ Youth Power Cream SPF 25 Moisturizer - 1.7 oz

Sunscreen

$120.0050.3ml · $2.39/ml

★★★★★4.7(734)
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Ideal for

  • GoodFine lines & wrinkles
  • GoodDryness
  • RelevantDark circles
  • LowDark spots & hyperpigmentation

Not recommended for

Acne & breakoutsAtopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosacea

Caution

May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetyl Alcohol, Myristyl Myristate, Glyceryl Stearate and Polysorbate 60); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance)

Revitalizing Supreme+ Youth Power Cream SPF 25 Moisturizer - 1.7 oz is a sunscreen by Estée Lauder. Key ingredients include Avobenzone, Homosalate, Octisalate.

Product Ingredients (26)

Irritation risk: unlikely possible likely
Avobenzone3%Homosalate7%Octisalate4.5%GlycerinSilicaCetyl AlcoholButylene GlycolMyristyl MyristateGlyceryl StearatePEG-100 StearateHyaluronic AcidVitamin EAlgae ExtractSodium PCAPentylene GlycolCaprylyl GlycolPolysorbate 60Disodium EDTADimethiconeTetrahexyldecyl AscorbateCitric AcidFragranceBHTPhenoxyethanolPotassium SorbateSodium Benzoate

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La Roche-Posay

La Roche-Posay

La Roche-Posay Anthelios UVMune 400 Dermo-Pediatrics Invinsible Spray Kids SPF 50+ 200ml

Sunscreen

$26.42200ml · $0.13/ml

★★★★★4.7(586)
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Ideal for

  • RelevantDryness
  • LowUneven texture
  • LowRedness & sensitivity

Not recommended for

Atopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosaceaPsoriasisMelasma

La Roche-Posay Anthelios UVMune 400 Dermo-Pediatrics Invinsible Spray Kids SPF 50+ 200ml is a sunscreen by La Roche-Posay. Key ingredients include Alcohol Denat, Homosalate, Octisalate.

Product Ingredients (13)

Irritation risk: unlikely possible likely
Alcohol DenatHomosalateOctisalateBemotrizinolEthylhexyl TriazoneAvobenzoneGlycerinPropanediolMexoryl XLVitamin ECaprylyl GlycolSodium PolyacrylateTrisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate

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La Roche-Posay

La Roche-Posay

La Roche-Posay Hyalu B5 Aquagel UV Serum SPF 30 50ml

Sunscreen

$50.6750ml · $1.01/ml

★★★★★4.7(1,606)
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Ideal for

  • StrongDryness
  • GoodRedness & sensitivity
  • GoodFine lines & wrinkles
  • LowUneven texture

Not recommended for

Atopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosaceaPsoriasisMelasma

La Roche-Posay Hyalu B5 Aquagel UV Serum SPF 30 50ml is a sunscreen by La Roche-Posay. Key ingredients include Glycerin, Octocrylene, Homosalate.

Product Ingredients (18)

Irritation risk: unlikely possible likely
GlycerinOctocryleneHomosalateOctisalateAvobenzoneAlcohol DenatDimethiconePentylene GlycolMexoryl XLEthylhexyl TriazoneAmmonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP CopolymerCaprylyl GlycolDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone CrosspolymerPanthenolPhenoxyethanolHyaluronic AcidVitamin EXanthan Gum

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Elizabeth Arden

Elizabeth Arden

Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour HydraPlay Daily Defense Nourishing Fluid SPF 40 50ml

Sunscreen

$33.5350ml · $0.67/ml

★★★★★4.6(700)
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Ideal for

  • RelevantDryness
  • LowUneven texture

Not recommended for

Redness & sensitivity

Caution

May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Polysorbate 60)

Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour HydraPlay Daily Defense Nourishing Fluid SPF 40 50ml is a sunscreen by Elizabeth Arden. Key ingredients include Octocrylene, Homosalate, Octisalate.

Product Ingredients (16)

Irritation risk: unlikely possible likely
OctocryleneHomosalateOctisalateGlycerinAvobenzoneC12-15 Alkyl BenzoateBetaineSilica1,2-HexanediolCaprylyl GlycolCitric AcidPolysorbate 60Vitamin EXanthan GumPotassium SorbateSodium Benzoate

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Eucerin

Eucerin

Eucerin Sun Face Pigment Control SPF50+ 50ml

Serum

$22.8650ml · $0.46/ml

★★★★★4.6(577)
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Ideal for

  • GoodPost-acne marks
  • GoodDark spots & hyperpigmentation
  • RelevantDryness
  • LowUneven texture

Not recommended for

Atopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosaceaPsoriasisMelasma

Caution

May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetearyl Alcohol and Glyceryl Stearate); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance)

Eucerin Sun Face Pigment Control SPF50+ 50ml is a brightening serum by Eucerin. Key ingredients include Water, Alcohol Denat, Avobenzone.

Product Ingredients (23)

Irritation risk: unlikely possible likely
WaterAlcohol DenatAvobenzoneOctisalateEthylhexyl TriazoneBemotrizinolHomosalateOctocryleneC12-15 Alkyl BenzoateCetearyl AlcoholEnsulizoleThiamidolGlycerinVitamin EXanthan GumSodium Stearoyl GlutamateGlyceryl StearateCarbomerDimethiconeTrisodium EDTASodium HydroxidePhenoxyethanolFragrance

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Eucerin

Eucerin

Eucerin Oil Control Sun Gel-Cream Dry Touch Spf50+

Sunscreen – for brightening, Dryness

$19.0550ml · $0.38/ml

★★★★★4.6(637)
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Ideal for

  • RelevantDryness
  • RelevantDark spots & hyperpigmentation
  • LowUneven texture
  • LowRedness & sensitivity

Not recommended for

Atopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosaceaPsoriasisMelasma

Caution

May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetearyl Alcohol); Perioral Dermatitis (Fluoride)

Eucerin Oil Control Sun Gel-Cream Dry Touch Spf50+ is a sunscreen by Eucerin. Key ingredients include Water, Homosalate, Avobenzone.

Product Ingredients (18)

Irritation risk: unlikely possible likely
WaterHomosalateAvobenzoneOctisalateOctocryleneAlcohol DenatEnsulizoleCyclomethiconeBenzyl AlcoholCetearyl AlcoholGlycerinGlycyrrhiza Glabra Root ExtractSodium Stearoyl GlutamateXanthan GumPhenoxyethanolEthylhexylglycerinTrisodium EDTAFluoride

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Neutrogena

Neutrogena

Neutrogena Collagen Bank SPF30 Moisturiser 50ml

Moisturizer

$30.4850ml · $0.61/ml

★★★★★4.6(820)
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Ideal for

  • LowDryness

Not recommended for

Redness & sensitivity

Caution

May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Glyceryl Stearate)

Neutrogena Collagen Bank SPF30 Moisturiser 50ml is a spf moisturiser by Neutrogena. Key ingredients include Avobenzone, Homosalate, Octisalate.

Product Ingredients (18)

Irritation risk: unlikely possible likely
Avobenzone2.5%Homosalate6%Octisalate4.5%WaterSilicaCaprylyl MethiconeDimethiconeBenzyl AlcoholVitamin ECaprylyl GlycolEthylhexylglycerinGlyceryl StearatePEG-100 StearateXanthan GumEthylhexyl StearateChlorphenesinDisodium EDTABHT

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Educational information, not medical advice. Study findings summarise the cited research and may not reflect every formulation.